Caustic injury to the upper Gi tract

Kruger, F.C.

Sadj Journal of the South African Dental Association 59(8): 335

2004


ISSN/ISBN: 1029-4864
PMID: 15559920
Document Number: 579118
Caustic injury of the oesophagus and stomach is common among children and young adults. The morbidity associated with caustic injury can be severe. Due to improved management the mortality has decreased significantly. Alkaline agents tend to cause more severe injury than acidic agents.

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